Hotel de Ela

Don't pick Hotel de Ela if you're a recovering shopaholic - as Europe's largest department store is right on the doorstep and the temptation will probably prove just too much. For everyone else, this hotel is a fine choice for a few nights in Berlin. It is very close to public transport so it's a good base for getting around the city and seeing the sights, but the neighbourhood is also quiet enough for you to enjoy a little peace and tranquility. Hotel de Ela is a family-run place in a 19th century building that has been renovated to meet the needs of modern visitors. The large rooms all have wi-fi, TV, heating and luxury bedding, while there's a huge breakfast menu on offer every day. If you're struggling with German, that won't be a problem either - between them the hotel staff speak five languages.